As the weather warms up, enjoying a picnic is a real treat – here are some tips and places to go to help you enjoy a picnic in Devon this summer…
The beautiful Burrator Reservoir is popular for a reason – with plenty of places to walk and with the water and the woodlands surrounding it, you can easily find a picturesque spot here to enjoy a picnic.
If its dramatic scenery that you want, head to Salcombe and enjoy your picnic on the beautiful clifftops overlooking the sea. A perfect place to enjoy a romantic evening picnic.
Devon is famous for its beautiful beaches and there are plenty of them to go to if you want a picnic by the sea. Dawlish Warren is a great place for kids and Blackpool Sands in Dartmouth is also a popular spot.
Fingle Woods in Dartmoor has a fantastic picnic area near to the popular Fingle Bridge. In the Woodlands on the banks of the River Teign, it will be hard to find a prettier spot.
Once you have decided on a location for your picnic, it is time to think about the food and drink that you want to take. Food that is easy to transport and eat, as well as being enjoyable, such as sausage rolls, sandwiches and salads are great choices. As you are in Devon, make it extra special and convenient by ordering an afternoon tea box from somewhere like this afternoon tea boxes company afternoonteabox.com/ to bring with you!
You should also remember to take blankets or fold up chairs, as well as activities if you are taking kids with you, and a bag to take your rubbish home in.
